Homer Spit Trail

The feel

The Homer Spit Trail is a paved path along the east side of the Spit, well used year round by walkers, runners, bikers and skaters. From the base of the Spit you pass Mud Bay on the east, where tidal fluctuations make for excellent birding, then Mariner Park on the west, where you can reach the beach.

Almost 3 miles in you pass the Nick Dudiak Fishing lagoon, cross Freight Dock Rd. and reach a T at the northwest corner of the harbor. From there the trail passes the Homer Boat Harbor and many boardwalk shops, and it ends where you can walk down to the beach just before Land's End Resort. The terrain is sea level with a few small hills of 20 feet.

What to expect

Route and terrain

Out and back, 8 miles total, or 4 miles one way, on paved trail at sea level with a few small hills of 20 feet.

Time

About 3 hours out and back.

Crowds and best time

Well used year round by walkers, runners, bikers and skaters.

Parking

More than 20 spots at the base of the Spit on the north side of Kachemak Drive, with more at Mariner Park and past the large fish hook sculpture on the northwest end of the harbor.

Dogs

Allowed.

Kids

Rated easy.

Bathrooms and water

Restrooms are at the harbor and at the end of the road, both managed by the City of Homer.

Season and access

Open for hiking and biking in all seasons.

Mingo says

Pick your turn at the T by the harbor. Left reaches a harbor overlook with a restroom, and right runs on toward Land's End. Add Coal Point Park for a picnic table.

Before you go

• Park at the base of the Spit on Kachemak Drive and walk from there.
• Use the restrooms at End of the Road Park at the far end of the Spit.
• Stop at Mud Bay near the base of the Spit, where tidal changes make for excellent birding.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.